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It may take a few minutes for your computer to recognize the new settings. To check the status of your network:
a
Right
‑
click the
Wireless Network Connections
icon.
b
Select
View Available Wireless Networks
.
•
If the network is listed but the computer is not connected, then select the ad hoc network, and then click
Connect
.
•
If the network does not appear, wait a moment, and then click
Refresh network list
.
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Insert the installation software CD, and then follow the directions for wireless installation.
Note:
Do
not
connect the installation or network cables until instructed to do so by the setup software.
21
When the available networks are displayed, provide the network name and the security information you created.
The installer will configure the printer for use with your computer.
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Store a copy of your network name and security information in a safe place for future reference.
For Macintosh users
1
Access the Airport settings:
In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later
From the Apple menu, navigate to:
System Preferences
>
Network
>
AirPort
In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier
From the Finder, navigate to:
Applications
>
Internet Connect
>
AirPort
2
From the Network Name or Network menu, click
Create Network
.
3
Create a name for the ad hoc network, and then click
OK
.
Note:
Store the network name and password in a safe place for future reference.
Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network
Note:
The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc
wireless network will remove it from any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure, for which it is
configured.
For Windows users
1
Click
or
Start
.
2
Click
All Programs
or
Programs
, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
3
Navigate to:
Printer Home
> select your printer >
Settings
tab >
Wireless setup utility
4
Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Note:
Windows Vista computers may need to be reconnected to the ad hoc network after restarting.
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